Overview
Mentoring With Magic Home Services is looking for a Direct Support Professional and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities, neurodevelopmental disorders, and other special needs. In this rewarding role, you will provide compassionate, personalized care to promote independence, safety, and well-being. This position offers an engaging opportunity to empower individuals through attentive support and meaningful interactions.
Duties
- This role will be in the community setting, transporting an Individual from school to home while providing two to three hours worth of support in the community.
- Implement individualized care plans tailored to each person's needs.
- Provide transportation assistance for appointments or community activities using personal or agency vehicles.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment by performing routine cleaning duties and ensuring compliance with health standards.
- Respond promptly to emergency situations with first aid or CPR when necessary, ensuring resident safety at all times.
- Engage in patient observation to detect early signs of health issues or behavioral changes, communicating findings with healthcare teams as needed.
- Support residents with assisted living activities such as helping with medication reminders, light housekeeping tasks, and social engagement to promote quality of life.
Qualifications
- Prior experience working in group homes, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or home health environments is highly preferred.
- Experience working with individuals with autism or developmental disabilities enhances your ability to provide specialized support.
- Certification in first aid and CPR, clean background check, and a negative TB test, are required; additional certifications such as medication administration are a plus.
- Strong communication skills for effective client interaction and teamwork are essential.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting and manual handling safely while maintaining patient comfort is necessary.
- Familiarity with HIPAA regulations ensures confidentiality and proper documentation practices.
Join us in creating a supportive environment where every individual receives respectful care tailored to their unique needs! This paid position offers the chance to develop your caregiving skills while making a positive impact on lives every day.
Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
